Delivering Superior Transcript Services for over 35 years, Nationwide.

With a long history of providing exclamatory service and precise transcriptions, discover for yourself why we are one the most trusted transcription companies used by government departments and corporations Australia wide.

6 Reasons why

We are 100% Australian Owned

Since entering the transcription industry in 1989, Legal Transcripts has remained proudly 100% Australian owned and operated. With over 35 years of experience, we are a financially stable and reliable company, equipped with the capacity, expertise, and skill set to deliver recording and transcription services to the highest standard. Our team consistently meets the diverse and evolving needs of our clients, offering tailored transcription solutions with a strong focus on accuracy and detail. Our longstanding client relationships stand as a testament to the quality, consistency, and customisation we bring to every project.

Courtrooms to Boardrooms

We deliver high-quality digital recording and transcription services for all legal jurisdictions across Australia. In addition, we offer the same level of service for AGMs, tribunals, mediation hearings, depositions, interviews, seminars, boardroom meetings, surveillance recordings, research groups, and events of any size or location.

Quality equipment

From static configurations with remote administration to fully portable onsite setups, our integrated hardware and software solutions work seamlessly to deliver a high-quality product—renowned across the industry and trusted by government and law enforcement agencies alike.

ISO 27001 & ISO 9001 Certified

All our staff hold Baseline Security Clearance, providing you with the assurance that your information is in trusted hands. We are proudly certified to both ISO 27001 for Information Security and ISO 9001 for Quality Management, reflecting our commitment to data protection and service excellence. To further strengthen our security posture, we actively implement the Australian Signals Directorate’s Essential 8 strategies. These industry-recognised cyber security measures help us stay ahead of evolving threats, ensuring your sensitive information remains secure, and protected at every stage of our service delivery.

Secure data transfer

We understand that time is valuable and courier expenses are increasing. To help, we provide a secure upload facility that streamlines delivery and lowers costs. Unlike many others, we don’t rely on third-party cloud servers—our servers are fully owned and hosted in-house, ensuring maximum control, privacy, and data security.

Competitive quotes

We’re recognised for providing high-quality service at competitive rates. Clients appreciate our extensive range of additional services and the convenience of a true one-stop shop for all transcription and digital recording needs, making us a trusted and reliable partner across various industries and sectors.

This is all we do, and we are very good at it!

But don't take our word for it

Our precision, reliability and quality have to led to long term engagements by some of the following organisations:

No AI generated transcripts

We take pride in delivering accurate, high-quality transcripts that are 100% human-generated. We do not use AI or automated speech recognition tools to process any form of media. Every transcript is carefully produced by experienced, professional transcribers who listen to the audio in real time, ensuring precision, context awareness, and adherence to client-specific formatting and style requirements. This human-centered approach allows us to capture nuances, correct misheard phrases, and maintain the integrity of complex dialogue—something AI tools simply cannot match. Our clients trust us for dependable, confidential, and thoroughly vetted transcription services.

Over 150 years of combined experience

Our management team brings together a wealth of knowledge and expertise, with a combined experience of over 150 years across various sectors. This extensive background includes leadership roles and hands-on experience in corporate governance, legal practice and the transcription industry as a whole. Collectively, our team successfully navigates complex legal jargon on daily basis and we approach every challenge with insight, professionalism, and a deep understanding of both the public and private sectors.

Flexible turnaround times guaranteed

If you need your transcript in a hurry, Legal Transcripts offers flexible turnaround options to meet your deadlines. Whether you require same-day service, next-day delivery, or our standard five-day turnaround, we’re equipped to deliver accurate, high-quality transcripts on time. Our team understands the urgency often involved in legal and professional settings, and we’re committed to providing timely, dependable service without compromising on accuracy or attention to detail.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of transcription services do you provide?
- We can transcribe any type of identifiable speech from almost any type of sound file, including digital files or analogue tapes. Digital sound files are preferred as they provide superior sound quality. Digital sound files can be uploaded directly to our secure website while analogue tapes can be mailed or delivered in person.
  
  We transcribe court hearings, tribunals, records of interview, police records of interview, conferences, depositions, meetings, teleconferences, statements, and focus groups. If there is speech involved, we can transcribe it.
Can you dub sound from tapes to digital?
- Yes. We charge a basic fee for dubbing from analogue to digital based on the sound quality of the tapes provided.
How do I know I will receive the most accurate transcript?
- Legal Transcripts Pty Ltd has been in the recording and transcription business since 1989 and is considered a leader in the field. This is evident in the number of high profile clients that we have retained over the years. Legal Transcripts is considered by the industry to provide highly efficient court reporters, renowned for flexibility, high quality sound recordings, accurate transcription and timely turnaround on all transcripts. Legal Transcripts employs over 130 staff throughout Australia.
  
  Legal Transcripts only hires typists with proven experience and capability as we understand that 100% accuracy is of utmost importance to our clients. Providing quality transcripts in a timely manner is paramount to the continued success and growth of our company.
  
  Our management and staff are committed to ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction.
Do you transcribe for overseas companies or in foreign languages?
- In general we do not transcribe foreign languages, however we are able to transcribe a matter in the English language if an interpreter is present.
Are you able to provide transcript on the same day this recording is taking place?
- Yes we can.
Do you transcribe depositions for both Australia and overseas?
- Yes, we have ample experience in this area. Please contact us with your needs.
What does a transcript cost?
- Our charges vary according to individual needs such as project length, turnaround time required and quality of sound. We will provide a detailed quote up front of what you can expect to be charged before your project is confirmed.
  
  We require a minimum 24 hours notice for cancellation of a booking for a recording monitor. Failure to notify our office within the required time will result in a cancellation fee.
  
  Our prices are extremely competitive in the marketplace.
Do you require a deposit for any transcript or recording requests?
- For established clients we do not require a deposit.
  
  However, we generally require a deposit for all transcription or recording work unless otherwise organised with the Office Manager. The deposit required is 100% of the estimated cost of the project.
  
  Our quote will be based on the estimated length of time of the job and the resulting number of transcribed pages. Please note that estimate is calculated on our experience however it is impossible to estimate with 100% accuracy as to how much speech will be involved until the job is complete.
How do I order a transcript or recording monitor?
- For Transcript – Digital:
  Sound files can be uploaded to our secure website using our secure upload facility. To request access to this feature please contact us.
  We can transcribe from most digital formats but please contact our office with any queries on this matter.
  
  For Recording Monitor:
  Please email us stating your requirements: (e.g. Date your matter will take place, times, venue and contact person and contact details). We will then be in touch with regards to your needs such as equipment requirements. A visit to your premises by our staff may be required in order to establish the exact setup required.
What turnaround times do you provide?
- We currently provide the following delivery methods however we are more than happy to discuss your requirements. Please contact us by free call on 1800 534 258 and we will discuss your needs directly.
  
  We provide our clients with the following delivery methods:
  
  Same day delivery
  
  Next day delivery
  
  Three (3) working days or more
  
  Urgent turnaround
What methods of payment do you accept?
- Payment can be made via credit card (Visa, MasterCard & American Express only), cheque, money order or direct deposit. Payment can be made over the phone or via our secure online payment system.
When do I have to pay?
- If you hold an account with us we will provide you with an invoice via email within five (5) working days. Payment is required within seven (7) working days or as per your arrangements with us.
  
  If you do not hold an account with us, a deposit is required when booking the job and the balance of payment is due upon collection of your transcript. We will deduct your deposit from the amount or refund you any outstanding balance that may be due to you. A surcharge may be applicable for payments made by credit card.
What if I am not happy with my transcript?
- Please contact us directly and we will attend to your complaint immediately.
What format audio can you transcribe?
- We can transcribe from any industry standard audio or video format for example MP3, WMA, WAV, OGG, AVI, DVD etc. If you have a non standard audio format i.e. a proprietary format please feel free to contact us and we can discuss possible options.
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How do I upload audio files?
- You will firstly need to request access to our Audio Upload facility (LT Vault) by contacting us and requesting access.
  
  Once you have received your username and password, simply follow the 3 easy steps as indicated. If you have any difficulties accessing the feature then please contact us and we will be more than happy to help you.
Problems uploading your file?
- In a perfect world, nothing should ever go wrong whilst using our Audio Upload facility however we all know that things don't always go according to plan. If you receive any errors or have any problems please contact us or call us immediately on free call 1800 534 258 and we will be more than happy to assist you.